Southern University Baton Rouge in conjunction with Education Online Services Corporation, is proud to announce the launch of a bachelor of science in psychology online degree program.

The bachelor of science in psychology online degree program provides a foundation into the affective and cognitive processes that underlie human development and behavior. Students who obtain a B.S. degree in psychology may work in mental health facilities, government, or business, Options are available in prevention and substance abuse counseling that leads to certification in both areas. The department is an approved site to offer substance abuse and prevention course credit. Interested students should discuss this option with their academic advisor.

Southern University System's Michelle Hill, executive director of enrollment management, stated "This program is another important step forward for the Southern University System. The BS in psychology online degree program will afford students the opportunity to achieve a robust college education in a professional career field that is increasingly in high demand in the United States and abroad."

"We are excited about the launch of yet another online degree program on behalf of Southern University Baton Rouge" said Maxine Merlin, director of enrollment services at Education Online Services Corporation. "The BS in psychology online degree will allow online students the option of pursuing a highly marketable career around their busy schedules in a convenient online format," added Merlin.

"The Southern University System is emerging as a leading higher education institution that provides a diversity of campus and online degree programs to serve the educational needs of students across Louisiana, regionally, nationally and globally. The launch of the BS in Psychology online degree program is a vital component of our development plan to advance the mission of Southern University." stated Ezell Brown, chairman of Education Online Services Corporation."